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Preview169 Hicks Street
Brooklyn · built 1841
Nestled in Brooklyn Heights, one of Brooklyn's oldest residential districts, 169 Hicks Street offers a glimpse into the borough's rich history. Overlooking the harbor, this neighborhood is celebrated for its historic charm and picturesque streets.
City property records date the construction of 169 Hicks Street to 1841. These records also describe the building as a one and two-family residence, indicating its long-standing role in providing homes within this vibrant community.
With two residential units on the lot, this property contributes to the diverse housing landscape of Brooklyn Heights. Its location in block 236, lot 81 places it firmly within a neighborhood known for its enduring appeal and architectural heritage.
This overview was generated from public records, including NYC property data.
Where it stands
The deed chain
No deeds have surfaced for this address yet. Ownership records often live only at the county recorder — when we find a transfer, the full chain will appear here.
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Search Kings (Brooklyn), NY's county recorder →NYC ACRIS Socrata open datasets — fully open bulk + API; Plot uses these natively. Pre-1966 deeds are scanned but not in the structured dataset. Index reaches back to 1966.
Residents across the decades
See the families who called this address home, census by census, 1880–1950.
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